A Master of Subtle Function: Cinematographer Dick Pope (1947-2024) | MZS

The brilliance of Dick Pope, who died this week at 77, can be seen in nearly all of the movies he shot as a cinematographer. But the first examples that spring to this viewer’s mind are two shots from 1996’s “Secrets and Lies,” one of many collaborations with his greatest creative partner, Mike Leigh.  The … Read more

Ambition overrides loyalty as the search for a new Pope excelarates in the latest Conclave trailer

Ralph Finnes suspects foul play while leading the appointment of a new Pope in the latest nail-biting Conclave trailer. Lord Acton once said, “Power tends to corrupt, and absolute power corrupts absolutely. Great men are almost always bad men, even when they exercise influence and not authority.” I wonder if the members of the cloth … Read more

Ralph Fiennes Leads Pope Selection Thriller Drama

Focus Features has released a brand new Conclave trailer for its upcoming thriller drama, which is scheduled to arrive in theaters on Friday, October 25. “It follows one of the world’s most secretive and ancient events – selecting a new Pope. Cardinal Lawrence (Ralph Fiennes) is tasked with running this covert process after the unexpected … Read more

John Waters: Pope of Trash Opens at Academy Museum | Features

“Serial Mom” and a “Cecil B. Demented” are both given special sections. For people who love clothes, there’s a fuchsia pink lit costume gallery. As the exhibit ends, you’ll also see the segment from the 1997 “The Simpsons” episode “Homer’s Phobia,” as well as art from fans. Like the previous exhibit, “Regeneration: Black Cinema (1898-1971)” … Read more